2006 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Because 2006 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Viper | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Viper | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8275 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 725 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |